What is unevenness? How to use in English

Discover the meaning of unevenness in English, its pronunciation, and how to use it correctly in real-life situations. See examples and easy memorization tips.

Definition & pronunciation of unevenness

unevennessnoun

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/ʌnˈiːvnnəs//ʌnˈiːvnnəs/

Where does the word unevenness come from?

The word "unevenness" has its roots in the 15th century. It comes from the Old English words "un" meaning not and "even" meaning smooth or flat. Initially, the word "uneven" meant not smooth or flat, and referred to a surface that was not level or even. Over time, the word "unevenness" emerged to describe the quality or state of being uneven. In the 16th century, the word took on a broader meaning, encompassing not only physical surfaces, but also emotional, mental, or moral qualities that were not level or consistent. Today, "unevenness" is used to describe a wide range of phenomena, from physical irregularities to personality traits, emphasizing the idea that something is not smooth, flat, or consistent.

Vocabulary summary unevenness

typenoun

meaninguneven condition, rough condition, bumpy condition

meaningfickleness, changeability

Example of vocabulary unevennessnamespace

meaning

the fact that something does not have the same quality in all parts

  • The general unevenness of the film is evident in the way the plot develops.
meaning

the fact of not being equal or the same for each person, team, place, etc.

  • There is unevenness in the treatment of subjects in the catalogue.
meaning

the fact that two people or teams are not equally balanced or of an equal standard

  • The unevenness of the competition seems unfair.
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the fact of not being level, smooth or flat

  • There's a bit of unevenness in the road.
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the fact of not following a regular pattern or of not having a regular size and shape

  • the unevenness of the bricks

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